The Yorùbá community takes pride in its talented individuals, including Ibironke Rotimi-Olajide, who has made history as Africa’s first woman pilot to command the EMB 195-E2. With a storied career at Airpeace, Ibironke has progressed from aviation engineer to captain, accumulating over 5,000 hours of flying experience. Her journey began in 2008 at Aero Contractors and includes type ratings on the B737 and EMB 195-E2. Ibironke’s achievement serves as inspiration for Nigerians and Africans, highlighting the importance of supporting local talent and products.
